46-year-old woman dies after car slams into tree on Milwaukee's northwest side

MILWAUKEE -- A 46-year-old woman died after officials say she lost control of her vehicle and struck a tree on Fond du Lac Avenue near Ridge Court in Milwaukee on Wednesday, May 17th.

Fatal crash near Fond du Lac Avenue and Ridge

The crash occurred around 9:40 a.m.

Fatal crash near Fond du Lac Avenue and Ridge

According to Milwaukee police, the woman was traveling eastbound in her 2002 Toyota Corolla when she lost control and struck a tree. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

Fatal crash near Fond du Lac Avenue and Ridge

Police are working to determine the cause of the crash.

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